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General Anatomy of a Felony Case in District Court
Police investigation by relevant law enforcement agency
Report filed with County Attorney's Office
Review for sufficiency of evidence and charging decision
Felony charge is filed in District Court
Defendant is served with complaint by way of arrest warrant or summons
First Appearance
Reading of charge and range of possible penalties
Legal representation
Next appearance date
Bond
Preliminary Hearing
The State must prove that it appears a felony crime was committed
The State must prove that there is probable cause to believe that the defendant committed that felony crime
If the State meets its burden then the defendant is bound over for arraignment and trial in the District Court
Arraignment
Guilty - Move to sentencing
Not Guilty - Set for trial
No Contest - Move to sentencing
Trial
To a jury of twelve
To a judge
State bears burden of proof beyond a reasonable doubt
Defendant may remain silent or present evidence
Verdict
Guilty
Not Guilty
If verdict is "Guilty" then a presentence investigation and report is ordered
Conducted by Court Services
Consults the Victim
Establishes defendant's criminal history
Sentencing pursuant to the Kansas Sentencing Guidelines
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